The Rob Reiner-directed film “Stand by Me” is a legend based upon Stephen King’s novella The Body. Gordy is the writer of the movie and the narrator. It’s a story about him, his three best buddies and how they found a missing boy in Oregon State while hiking at Castle Rock. Gordy wrote a story about their adventure many years after the event. They discover friendship through their own adventures. The story of ‘Stand by Me,’ which explains the friendship between two boys, Gordy, and Chris and how they lost their innocence, is interesting. This adventure was a significant part of Gordy’s story. This is why it’s interesting to use Gordy in ‘Stand by Me.’
“Stand by Me’s” most important element is the strong bond between boys. These were children with problems who were abused or isolated from their parents, schools and towns. They were so similar that they resorted to each other for comfort and support and built their own place. In the film, there are four main boys and their unstable relationships and family life. They do not know how much love they receive from their parents. Gordy’s family, particularly his father loves brother better at American Football than Gordy. Gordy and his parents couldn’t accept the sudden passing of their brother. They never gave Gordy any attention afterward. Chris is his best friend and he’s a wise, sincere boy. However, the rumor about his brother has made him a “Bad Boy”. In addition, his father abuses him in the home. Teddy Duchamp is the son of a war veteran who is likely suffering from PTSD. Teddy Duchamp is as violent as Chris’ father, but he respects him because he is a war-hero. Vern’s older brother is cruel to him because he is fat, clumsy and uncoordinated. All four boys share the same situation: they aren’t loved by their families and parents. To survive, they relied on one another. They are like a family in that they support each other, accept each other, and do not ask for anything.
The film has multiple relationships, but the one between Gory, Chris, and Gordy is the most significant and important. This relationship has had a profound impact on Gordy’s life. As the narrator tells the story, Chris is going to grow up and become a lawyer. The adventure in the film must have had a great impact on his future. Chris and Gordy, although they are very different boys have a strong bond. Gordy elder brother, is the most popular member of the household. He enjoys Gordy’s stories, unlike his family. Gordy’s father wasn’t happy about Gordy hanging out with Chris. Gordy felt disappointed by his father’s inability to see human nature. Chris’s real character is caring and intelligent. He is not a milk thief, as adults think. Chris, who is hardworking and independent, is unlike the other boys in his class because of an unstable family. Chris is the leader and tolerator of the group. Chris is important to Gordy “The Invisible Boy” as a brother, parent and friend. Chris is also the person leading Gordy’s future. Chris, the person who led was inspired by Gordy. Chris is also going to be a lawyer.
This film is about the loss and curiosity of young people. The search for the body took them over 20 miles through the mountains and woods. It is unrealistic to expect children to achieve this goal. Their adventure is about finding the corpse, but they grow into adults quickly and lose things along the way. Smoking does not express the boys’ growth. It represents a rebellion against adults. They may have appeared to the viewer as “the older boys” due to their smoking. However, smoking can be seen as a sign of rebellion. They are certainly growing. They had a lot of fun and danger that children or adults would never have experienced. In the end, the boys were chased by a gang of ace criminals who planned to steal the corpse search achievement. Gordy’s growth is accelerated by this incident. The corpse was discovered as planned by the boys. It was their first encounter with a corpse. They also did not have as much fun they thought. Ace Gang is next. Gordy takes the brave step of pointing a gun at Ace in order to protect his family and friends. Gordy’s rebellion is his first against an adult, showing that he has grown.
Gordy’s voice is an important part of understanding the meaning and purpose of “travel”, the main theme of this film. Gordy tells his story about his 12-year-old journey with a friend, which shows the importance of that event in Gordy’s life. Gordy, the protagonist, is accompanied by his best friend Chris who encourages Goody and supports her writing. Chris says, “You are going to become a wonderful writer someday Gordy.” Gordy is the protagonist and narrates the movie. This film is not about the journey of 4 boys but rather a reflection of Gordy as a young boy. This viewpoint allows viewers to experience Gordy’s memories, rather than traveling with the four boys on their journey. Viewers can follow Gordy through his memories to see how he changes and gains or loses things.
It was their innocence and lack of knowledge that led them to this journey, not the wisdom or common sense of adults. Children have a similar freedom of choice as adults, but without the knowledge and rules of the world. As an adult, you lose your freedom and sensibility from childhood. The children were able plan and execute the journey because they are not adults. Due to their lack of a license and car, the children walked the distance along the railway track. As they did not have a job, they only had a small amount of money to spend and were limited to eating bread and sausages. They were children and could travel spontaneously, unlike adults. Gordy has experienced a journey that many viewers have not had the opportunity to experience as children. However, they can relate and compare their experiences with those of the main characters.
The film shows the pure and innocent friendships that are lost as people grow older, the vivid memories from their youth when they were all together. Gordy’s adventure is also full of the childlike innocence that everyone remembers as they grow up. In this film, the boys have shown that they can only rely upon each other and that they trust and collaborate with others.
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